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Black Olive & Clam Dip

Posted by Loving Chef  

This is a family favorite that we just cannot seem go without during the Holidays – it's a great dip to serve to tide your guests over until your holiday meal is ready. This dip is a kid friendly recipe - I have two younger brothers who absolutely... MORE»

Recipe #397761

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Portuguese Spice Cookies

Posted by lynnski / LA  

These cookies, which consist of a tart dough with a spicy filling, are served in large quantities at various Northern California Portuguese festas, such as Dia de Portugal. This recipe was published in the San Francisco Chronicle; but adapted... MORE»

Recipe #395901

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Jarlsberg Chicken

Posted by Duroc  

I developed this recipe when I was tired and wanted something very quick for my family. It takes less than 30 minutes to make and impresses everyone that has it. MORE»

Recipe #395097

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Tortilla Soup With Chicken & Veggies

Posted by JaLinGra  

During our first storm of the season, I decided to make Tortilla Soup. I had never made it before. I found a recipe to work from, added and omitted a few things, and came up with this. It was a hit. Most of the things I cook are too spicy for... MORE»

Recipe #395096

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Monterey Jack Chicken

Posted by hellinahandbag  

Marinated chicken, grilled and topped with cheese, onion, tomato, and avocado. I swiped this recipe from a magazine, and added a few things. It's also great on a toasty bun, and with bacon. Mmmmm.....bacon.... Start it a day before you... MORE»

Recipe #394909

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Creamy Admiral's Toast

Posted by Chef #848413  

This breakfast entree is a wonderful combination of hard-boiled eggs and dried beef as it is served with a very tasty Bechamel Sauce over rye toast. The green onions are served over the top of the sauce. The plate is garnished with fresh... MORE»

Recipe #394610

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Crab Melts

Posted by Tattooed Mama  

One of my mom's recipes I've doctored up a bit. A favorite since childhood! For a healthy version you can make the following substitutions: light ranch dressing for mayonnaise; mozzarella for cheddar cheese; sour dough for croissants MORE»

Recipe #393133

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Currant Scones from La Provence in Beverly Hills

Posted by Buster's friend  

This recipe is from the LA Times' Culinary SOS column - adapted from La Provence Cafe's free form crispy scones. Oh, this makes me wish for a cool & rainy Sunday - scones, great coffee & a good book under a soft throw... purrrfect! No... MORE»

Recipe #392625

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El Torito Southwestern Caesar Salad

Posted by lynnski / LA  

El Torito Restaurant's Caesar salad has been a popular favorite for decades; I obtained the recipe in 1994 when it was published in the Los Angeles Times and have made it many times since. The recipe contains some Mexican ingredients such as... MORE»

Recipe #392610

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La Mill's Sweet Pea Soup

Posted by Buster's friend  

This pea soup from Silver Lake's LA Mill demonstrates how simplicity can let a wonderful vegetable make the meal. This recipe was in the LA Times' SOS olumn & published at the request of a very satisfied customer. Pea tendrils are most... MORE»

Recipe #392592

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Halibut Avocado Tacos

Posted by Sackville  

California-style fish tacos from the Iron Horse in Idaho. Have some shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, grated Pepper Jack cheese and a bit of lime on hand to garnish these. MORE»

Recipe #392442

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California Mushroom Tart

Posted by dianegrapegrower  

A meatless main course or delicious side. Or cut in smaller slices as an appetizer. Uses humble, button mushrooms. Looks tricky, but is very simple once you have the veggies sliced. Depending on your cheese, you may want to use a different... MORE»

Recipe #391134

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Easy Avocado Salad (Vegan!)

Posted by Callu  

This is a very simple salad that is the perfect change of pace. It requires fresh ingredients but is filling, tasty and really good for you! You get a wonderful mix of textures and the flavors were meant to be together! MORE»

Recipe #391029

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Century Plaza Low-Calorie Buttermilk Dressing

Posted by lynnski / LA  

The Century Plaza Hotel is an upscale hotel located in the Century City area of Los Angeles. Their chef has concocted this dressing recipe for patrons who want a creamy salad dressing that is not too high in calories. The hotel claims it's... MORE»

Recipe #390940

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El Torito Vinaigrette Dressing

(2 reviews) Posted by lynnski / LA  

I've been making this dressing for about 20 years now; it's especially good on tostada salads or just a simple green dinner salad. The recipe is from the El Torito Restaurant in Los Angeles and was published in the LA Times reader request column. MORE»

Recipe #390312

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El Torito Chicken-Lime Soup

(1 reviews) Posted by lynnski / LA  

This recipe is an old time favorite at El Torito; and a delicious soup that we have really enjoyed. The restaurant, when submitting this recipe to the LA Times for their reader request column, also suggested that this can be made into a whole... MORE»

Recipe #389777

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Fresh Figs With Stilton and Walnuts in a Honey Drizzle Dressing

Posted by French Tart  

A new fig recipe for this year! Similar to my Fresh Fig and Feta Salad With Toasted Walnuts but with blue cheese and a honey drizzle dressing. I like to tuck a few fig leaves amongst the salad for colour........but please do wipe them first! Serve these figs with crusty bread,... MORE»

Recipe #389016

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Rigatoni/Spicy Italian Salami/Roasted Tomatoes/Olives/Capers

Posted by Manami  

Curtis Stone's Dinner for Four Under $10.00 - the Aussie host of TLC'S "The Take Home Chef" serves up a hearty Italian dish. It is a tasty family favorite from his complete seven-day meal. "Cooking should be chilled out" says... MORE»

Recipe #387308

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Brussels Sprouts Parisienne

Posted by BecR  

I love Brussels sprouts. My favorite way to eat them, since childhood, is lightly steamed and then tossed in butter, with a dash of salt & pepper and a pinch of nutmeg--sometimes simple is best! Top with crisp crumbled bacon, freshly grated... MORE»

Recipe #387063

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Fettuccini Chapala

Posted by davinandkennard  

This original recipe is named for the city in which I live. This version of fettuccine features shrimp in a creamy sauce with a hint of lemon and green pepper corns sparked with red chili flakes and parsley. MORE»

Recipe #386814

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